Study: More fiber may reduce stroke risk

Apr-02-2013

Richard Reich

A stroke is one of the most debilitating medical emergencies a person can suffer, making prevention a priority for Americans as they get older. According to a study conducted by a team of British researchers, increasing the amount of fiber in your diet may help reduce your stroke risk.

The 20-year project was conducted at the Center for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, which is part of the U.K.’s University of Leeds. Scientists working on the study pored over medical records and conducted surveys, exploring each participant’s daily fiber intake.

The findings, which were released earlier this week, suggest that for every seven grams of fiber a person eats, their chances of suffering a stroke could drop by a corresponding 7 percent. While not conclusive in its own right, the results build upon previous medical research that has shown a connection between fiber consumption and a lower risk of developing cardiovascular conditions, such as coronary heart disease.

“This is important because most people in the U.S. do not eat enough fiber-rich foods,” Victoria Burley, a co-author on the project, said in press release. “Total dietary fiber intake should be 25 to 30 grams a day from food, but on average people in the United States are getting only half this amount.”

Burley went on to say that even small steps like adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet can have a big impact on whether or not you have a stroke later in life. By taking steps to improve food habits, people can potentially avoid certain preventable medical conditions.

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